In the style closely associated with Enrique Ledesma yet signed by one of his contemporary Taxco maestros this stunning sterling silver necklace and earrings set epitomizes the slick modernism of Mexico’s mid-century. Designs in this genre capitalize on the stark contrast between highly polished, reflective silver and dark, heavily oxidized surfaces and the visual drama that it creates...

A 10k sapphires and pearls row ring from the 1960s. This size 8 ring in yellow gold features two round cut genuine dark blue sapphires flanked by three 3mm cultured pearls. It measures 5/8" along the stone setting and 1/8" across and it is stamped 10K with an F in a faceted diamond maker's mark. It weighs 2.4 grams and it is in excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

The smaller version of this particular design, this set of vintage Margot de Taxco earrings reminds me of elaborate woven baskets. The repoussage here is very sculptural and the beading in combination with the wonderful patina the set has acquired over the years accentuates its three-dimensional appeal. Eye-catching without being visually overwhelming, it is easy to wear and will hold its own whatever the occasion you chose it for...

Wonderful old Mexican silver bracelet in bold design with large oval green stones, stamped "Silver Made In Mexico", the bottom part of Mexico not visible. It measures 7" long and 1 3/8" wide. Very substantial, the silver is heavy and the stones are large and raised high above the bezels. The clasp is a simple folding snap clasp that holds firmly. The design is very similar to the early works of both Spratling and Aguilar, and could have been crated by them or by a worker in their studios...

There is not one form of jewelry in which the Los Castillo did not excel yet I think their big, bold repousse brooches are simply above and beyond! The example I am presenting here, most probably an early creation if design numbers are indeed good indicators of when during the workshop's life a specific idea was transformed into jewelry, reflects the Egyptian Revival of the Deco period...

This large (12 7/8" x 11 1/4") and beautiful volume was published in 1985 by Office Du Livre, Fribourg Switzerland, printed in Italy, with French text. Authored by Jean Soustiel, with the collaboration of Charles Kiefer, and a preface by Henry-Pierre Fourest, the book provides a very comprehensive view of Islamic ceramics, from Spain, the Middle East, Near East, India, and other regions where Islamic pottery was created...

Vintage 'Old Salt' fisherman cast iron doorstop in original paint with yellow oil skin foul weather jacket. Early 20th century. Size: 7 inches ht. Some chipping to paint.

A 14k yellow gold enamel seed pearls crescent moon honeymoon pin brooch circa 1910-20. This attractive 15/16 x 3/4" pin features turquoise or robin's egg blue enamel and seed pearls. This attractive pin weighs 1.7 grams, it has the 1K0 maker's mark for Kohn & Co. of Newark, NJ on the c-clasp and it tests as 14k gold. It is in very good condition with no cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs however there is a small flake to the enamel near one of the moon's tips...

A signed Sherman curved 3 colour rhinestones aurora borealis bracelet from the 1950s. Bracelets with a curved semicircular profile are scarce and this example flashes brilliantly. It measures 7-1/4 x 5/8", the stones are all claw set and it closes with a box clasp. The stones range from light brown marquise shaped stones to deep yellow round with a multitude of pink aurora borealis stones...

A 10k yellow gold man's genuine blue star sapphire ring from around 1960 with two single point diamonds. This classic size 11 men's ring measures 3/8" across the setting and the oval cabochon gem stone is a 1.6 carats (calculated) genuine blue star sapphire...

A 10k yellow gold black onyx and diamond hexagon ring from the 1930s. This size 7-1/4 ring has a claw-set hexagonal black onyx with a mounted 3 point (by gauge) diamond in a white gold setting. This ring measures 9/16 x 1/2" across the setting and it weighs 2.3 grams. It is stamped 10K. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than signs of an earlier resizing...

A 10k black Alaskan diamond ring from the 1940s 1950s. This size 5-1/2 ring features a faceted marquise Alaskan diamond (pyrite) claw-set 5/8 x 5/16" stone. The shoulders are sculpted in the form of flowers and this attractive ring weighs 3.2 grams. It is stamped C.M.C 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs...

An Edwardian antique period sterling silver necklace with Swiss lapis (dyed blue quartz or jasper) and marquisites circa 1910 1920. This elegant lavaliere style necklace measures 16-7/8" long and the sterling chain has fine squared loop links. The central 1-5/8" x 1-3/8" oval medallion is flanked by two oval 1" x 5/8" panels, both with inset marcasites. The Swiss lapis is a blue green on the panels and the central one is a deeper navy blue...

An ornate Art Nouveau gold filled photo locket on chain necklace with maiden circa 1900...

A 14k Edwardian onyx and seed pearls ring circa 1910-20. This size 2-1/4 beauty features an oval black onyx stone with an inserted gold-collared seed pearl. It is bezel set and it has two groups of three seed pearls at the top and bottom in the marquise shaped 7/8 x 1/4" setting. This ring weighs 2.8 grams, it is marked 14K with a circled JS maker's mark and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All condition issues are noted. All ite...

An Art Deco 10k white gold synthetic emerald filigree cocktail ring from the 1920s. This fabulous filigree size 5-1/2 cocktail ring measures 11/16 x 3/8" across the setting and it has an oval faux or synthetic emerald stone. It weighs 2.5 grams and it is stamped A&S10K. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses or damage other than some minor shallow surface scratches to the stone which are exaggerated in our halogen-lit photos. All items are thoroug...

A 10k yellow gold black onyx and diamond signet style ring from the 1920s-1930s. This size 4-3/4 ring features an oval black onyx stone set with a central sterling silver mounted single point diamond and the setting measures 3/4 x 1/2". This ring weighs 3.0 grams, it is stamped MARVEL 10K and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vint...

Antique Seth Thomas mantel clock in a faux marble adamantine case, with 8-day brass movement striking the hour and half hour on a bell and a gong. Circa 1900-1910. Running condition, with key. Size: 10 3/4 inches high x 16 inches long. Very nice condition.